LHR
London
United Kingdom
4,216 km
2,620 miles
NJF
Najaf
Iraq
Distance
4,216 km
2,620 mi / 2,276 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
Europe/London
Heading
103°
east southeast

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LHR NJF
Airport Name London Heathrow Airport Al Najaf International Airport
IATA Code LHR NJF
ICAO Code EGLL ORNI
City London Najaf
Country United Kingdom Iraq
Timezone Europe/London Asia/Baghdad
Elevation 83 ft 103 ft
Coordinates 51.470000, -0.460000 31.990000, 44.400000

London (LHR) to Najaf (NJF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) in London, United Kingdom to Al Najaf International Airport (NJF) in Najaf, Iraq is 4,216 kilometers (2,620 miles / 2,276 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying east southeast at a heading of 103°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting United Kingdom with Iraq. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 09:31 in London, it's 12:31 in Najaf. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Najaf (NJF) to London (LHR) follows a heading of 314° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and Al Najaf International Airport (NJF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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